Sunrise of Cascade
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI

Sunrise of Cascade

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI

Overview of Sunrise of Cascade

An assisted living and memory care community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is Sunrise of Cascade. It’s nestled on Charlevoix Drive just east of Interstate 96 and the 28th Street exit. The single-story facility operates 125 apartments in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving residents flexibility in choosing their space and lifestyle fit. It’s built in a craftsman style with charming fieldstone fireplaces in common areas and elegant leaded glass windows, creating a warm, home-like atmosphere.

The somewhat walkable neighborhood scores 43, meaning some services are reachable on foot, with lots of daily errands needing a brief drive. The location offers easy access to shopping, dining, the Cascade Library, and Fred Meijer Gardens, making it convenient for residents and visiting family members. Sunrise of Cascade is operated by MS Cascade SH and has received a Bronze National Quality Award from the AHCA/NCAL, demonstrating a commitment to resident care. The home welcomes residents’ pets, which can be a crucial part of upholding connections and enrichment in daily life. The facility is also mindful of transportation needs, offering transportation services to help occupants handle errands and outings.

Over time, state inspections have flagged zones around food handling, medication management, and care documentation. Sunrise of Cascade has also experienced periods of substantial compliance, reflecting active efforts to uphold regulatory requirements.

When thinking of a move, families benefit from arranging an on-site tour to see the floor plans, meet staff, and observe the home’s daily culture.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 125 Rank #41 / 340Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 41st out of 340 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #113 / 264Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 113th out of 264 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Michigan facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #165 / 436Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 165th out of 436 assisted living communities we track in Michigan for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Michigan that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
43 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyKent
License NumberAH410322787

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunrise of Cascade is legally operated by MS Cascade SH, LLC.

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Inspection History

In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
6 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2012 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (9% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 610 This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (6 vs. MI avg 10).↓ 40% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.51.64 This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.5 vs. MI avg 1.64).↓ 9% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMI Averagevs. MI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 45 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (4 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise of Cascade

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Address 8.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to Sunrise of Cascade's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.43 miles to nearest hospital (HRC Medical Center of Grand Rapids)

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Info below is compiled from the MI Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Sunrise of Cascade
AL
HOS
MC
Grand Rapids (Cascade)
125
Facility 125
MI AVG 66
Rank #41 / 340
Yes
43
Facility 43
MI AVG 37
Rank #165 / 436
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 12
Rank #113 / 264
A+4
6
Facility 6
MI AVG 8
Rank #162 / 312
1.5
Facility 1.5
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #172 / 312
Ms. Cascade Sh, LLC
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Rapids (Westside Connection)
102
Facility 102
MI AVG 66
Rank #75 / 340
No
35
Facility 35
MI AVG 37
Rank #223 / 436
1 Bed / 2 Bed
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 264
A+7
34
Facility 34
MI AVG 8
Rank #301 / 312
4.9
Facility 4.9
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #299 / 312
Covenant Living Of The Great Lakes
Grand Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Grandville (Grandville Lakes)
72
Facility 72
MI AVG 66
Rank #134 / 340
Yes
57
Facility 57
MI AVG 37
Rank #85 / 436
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #10 / 264
A+4
1
Facility 1
MI AVG 8
Rank #58 / 312
0.3
Facility 0.3
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #62 / 312
44Th Street Sw Opco LLC
Riley’s Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Zeeland (Zeeland Charter Township)
70
Facility 70
MI AVG 66
Rank #146 / 340
Yes
31
Facility 31
MI AVG 37
Rank #251 / 436
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #10 / 264
A+3
3
Facility 3
MI AVG 8
Rank #110 / 312
1.0
Facility 1.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #123 / 312
Riley's Grove Assisted Living, LLC
Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Hastings
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 66
Rank #238 / 340
Yes
20
Facility 20
MI AVG 37
Rank #320 / 436
-
39
Facility 39
MI AVG 12
Rank #10 / 264
A+1
0
Facility 0
MI AVG 8
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
MI AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 312
1821 N East Street Opco LLC

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Michigan

Sunrise of Cascade is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MI

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Cascade

What neighborhood is Sunrise of Cascade in?

Sunrise of Cascade is in the Cascade neighborhood of Grand Rapids.

Who is the owner of Sunrise of Cascade?

Sunrise of Cascade is legally operated by MS Cascade SH, LLC.

Is Sunrise of Cascade in a walkable area?

Sunrise of Cascade has a walk score of 43. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Sunrise of Cascade?

According to MI state health department records, Sunrise of Cascade's license number is AH410322787.

How long has Sunrise of Cascade been in business?

Sunrise of Cascade has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Cascade?

Yes, Sunrise of Cascade allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Sunrise of Cascade have?

Sunrise of Cascade has 125 beds.

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